Technology and infrastructure
Sino-Indian relations in the Indian Ocean can be win-win
With Chinese- and Indian-funded capital projects in Sri Lanka mired in controversy, it is tempting to assume that the island state has become a new frontier in Sino-Indian relations. The reality, however, is not nearly so dramatic.
Why we should expect tighter US tech regulation – and how the EU will benefit
There is a growing consensus among US Democrats and Republicans that the tech industry needs regulation to mitigate the risk of foreign interference in political domestic matters. Such efforts would strongly benefit EU countries.
New EU cyber strategy leaves key security gaps
GRI examines the strengths and weaknesses of Europe’s cyber strategy “Resilience, Deterrence and Defence: Building strong cybersecurity for the EU”.
Taiwan’s migrant labourers hold the key to regional alliances
Migrant labour reforms are key to boosting the strength of Taiwan’s regional allegiances.
Space launch vehicles and rockets, sanctions and agreements: The issue of compliance
The relationship between Iran and the US appears to be evolving within a framework of political posturing and an international governance system.
Kaladan woes reflect frustrated Indian vision for Myanmar and Southeast Asia
India’s ambitions to establish a foothold in Myanmar and strengthen ties with Southeast Asia risk being jeopardised by the ongoing Kaladan project.
The economic implications of cyberattacks
To counter cyberattacks, governments and corporations need to maintain updated technology and improve information sharing of technical vulnerabilities.
Special Report: Property rights, corruption and infrastructure in Russia and Kazakhstan
Ownerless assets – roads in particular – are a prism through which development problems in Russia and Kazakhstan, and the attendant risks, become evident.
Under the Radar: How WannaCry boosts China’s social credit system
WannaCry’s laid bare China’s addiction to pirated software and motivates Beijing to use its social credit system to penalize citizens using fake goods.
Under the Radar: Is the sharing economy really good for Africa?
The sharing economy a la Uber and Airbnb threatens African businesses and society when imposed from outside: Made in Africa solutions are fighting back.